There are many destinations in Sicily to discover. In order not to miss the most beautiful sights in Sicily, you should organize yourself well in advance. A trip to Sicily promises variety if you set off to enjoy the beauty of the island with all your senses. Sicily offers not only its beautiful landscape, the turquoise blue sea with fantastic beaches, but also countless important cultural heritage from different eras. Remains of Phoenician settlements, Greek temples, Norman castles, Punic towns and Aragonese churches can be found all over the island.
The capital, Palermo, offers the rich heritage of the Normans, art and culture, markets and a distinctive nightlife. Catania, with its extensive pedestrian zone, scores with the most beautiful fish market in Sicily. However, the beauty of the university city is only revealed at second glance.
One of the highlights of a trip to Sicily is a visit to the exceptionally well-preserved temples of Segesta, Selinunte and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, which even offer a better insight into Greek temple construction than the temples in the motherland itself.
Another testimony of Greek rule is the second largest theatre of antiquity in the port city of Syracuse. But if one explores Syracuse, a walk over the peninsula Ortigia, which forms the historical centre of the city, is particularly fascinating. Here, the visitor feels transported to a different time, especially as the traffic is very limited and you can go on a discovery tour according to one's heart's desire. On a boat trip around the peninsula with side trips to different caves, the play of colours of the turquoise sea impresses in contrast to the houses and monuments erected in yellow sandstone.
Also in Taormina the Greeks have left their traces in the form of the Teatro Greco. Although this theatre is smaller than the one in Syracuse, it offers a unique view to the volcano Etna and therefore deserves a visit.
Those who don't have much time for their stay in Sicily should best choose the enchanting lively place Cefalù as location. Here you have the sandy beach right in front of your door and an impressive Norman cathedral and pedestrian-friendly old town alleys are a wonderful start for discovering the island. From here it is easy to get to Palermo or go on a hike in the mountains of the Madonie.
For lovers of volcanic landscapes, a trip to the Cyclopean Islands in Aci Trezza is of course an ideal option, and don’t miss a hike on Mount Etna.
But those who want to be fascinated by the baroque style should explore the southernmost part of Sicily and thus the cities Noto, Modica and Ragusa, which are all declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Volcano Etna
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
The volcano Etna in Sicily is the highest active volcano in Europe, UNESCO World Heritage and a nature reserve a unique flora and fauna.
Zafferana Etnea, Catania, Sicily, Italy
Taormina
Destination in Sicily
If you are on holiday in Sicily, you can not miss the city of Taormina. This was already written by the german artist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
Taormina, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Cefalù
Destination in Sicily
One of the most interesting towns and a must-see in Sicily. Located directly by the sea with a long sandy beach and a beautiful old town.
Cefalù, Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Palermo
Destination in Sicily
Palermo, in the north of Sicily, is the fifth largest city in Italy. Anyone who wants to see and experience life in Sicily have to go to Palermo.
Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Mondello
Beach in Sicily
Mondello, Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Selinunte
Monument in Sicily
Castelvetrano, Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Gorges of Alcantara
Nature reserve in Sicily
The gorges of Alcantara give us a unique scenery in the world, an unmissable and wonderful place.Ideal for the lovers of nature and excursions.
Motta Camastra, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Marzamemi
Destination in Sicily
The romantic fishing village Marzamemi in the Pachino area (region of Siracusa) is known for its tuna specialties and its charming atmosphere.
Marzamemi, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy
Val di Noto
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
Noto
Destination in Sicily
The baroque town of Noto in the Val di Noto, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 2002, is worth a visit and has many attractions.
Noto, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Modica
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
The city of chocolate and 100 churches - the UNESCO World Heritage Site presents itself as a late Baroque Sicilian beauty of the Val di Noto.
Modica, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Ragusa
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in the province of the same name in the Val di Noto and is characterized by the deep gorges of the Monti Iblei
Ragusa, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Scicli
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
Scicli situated in a natural setting of rare beauty like the Val di Noto, has been declared a natural heritage of UNESCO with Ragusa, Modica and Noto.
Scicli, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Syracuse
UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily
In Syracuse we recommend you to visit the necropolis of Pantalica and the enchanting island of Ortygia, the oldest part of this impressive city.
Siracusa, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy
Vendicari
Nature reserve in Sicily
Snorkeling in the crystal clear sea, bird watching or hiking in the nature - the nature reserve Vendicari in the south of Sicily offers a lot more.
Noto, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy
Laghetti di Marinello
Beach in Sicily
Patti, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Santuario di Tindari
Church in Sicily
Tindari, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Milazzo
Destination in Sicily
Milazzo, belongs to the circle of the most beautiful villages in Italy thanks to it's beautiful monuments, such as the majestic and imposing castle.
Milazzo, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Piscina di Venere
Nature reserve in Sicily
For hikers, nature enthusiasts, snorkelers, divers and explorers the Piscina di Venere on the Capo di Milazzo in Sicily is highly recommended.
Milazzo, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Trapani
Destination in Sicily
The capital of the province of the same name fascinates not only with its ancient old town, but is also a testimony of wealth and trade
Trapani, Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Saline di Trapani
Nature reserve in Sicily
Nubia, Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Erice
Destination in Sicily
A medieval town centre with its historic buildings, a magnificent view and traditional delicious almond biscuits attract visitors to Erice.
Erice, Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Catania
Destination in Sicily
Catania, Catania, Sicily, Italy
Pietre Nere - Pozzallo
Beach in Sicily
Pozzallo, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Donnalucata
Destination in Sicily
Donnalucata, Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Santo Stefano di Camastra
Destination in Sicily
Santo Stefano di Camastra is a wonderful village in Sicily between the sea and the mountains where you find art, colors, culture and tradition.
Santo Stefano di Camastra, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Novara di Sicilia
Destination in Sicily
Novara di Sicilia, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Montalbano Elicona
Destination in Sicily
Montalbano Elicona, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Acireale
Destination in Sicily
Acireale, Catania, Sicily, Italy
Oliveri
Destination in Sicily
Oliveri, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Parco Museo Jalari
Museum in Sicily
Barcellona P.G., Messina, Sicily, Italy
Rodì Milici
Destination in Sicily
Rodì Milici, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Tonnarella
Destination in Sicily
Tonnarella, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Capo d'Orlando
Destination in Sicily
Capo d'Orlando is a pretty town on the north coast of Sicily with a very long beach promenade ideal for walking and dining on sunset.
Capo d'Orlando, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Favara
Destination in Sicily
Favara, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
Gioiosa Marea
Destination in Sicily
Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Messina
Destination in Sicily
"Do you know the land where the cedars bloom? Splendon among the brown leaves oranges of gold, for the azure sky a gentle zephyr blows ...." (Goethe)
Messina, Messina, Sicily, Italy
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